Question

A sum of Rs. 671 is divided among A,B,C, such that if there shares be
increased by Rs. 3, Rs. 7 and Rs. 9 respectively. The resulting share
shall be in the ratio 1;2;3 than B's share is ;
A.Rs.224
B.Rs.112
C.Rs 230.66
D.Rs 223

Answer 1

Let the shares of A, B and C 7 be (x−3)

,(2x−7) and (3x−9)(x−3)

,(2x−7) and (3x−9)respectively. 

Then, (x−3)+(2x−7)=(3x−9)=671(x−3)+(2x−7)=(3x−9)=671

=> 6x = 690

=> x = 115

Therefore, A = Rs.115

B = Rs.112